Two dead in school violence incident; suspect arrested
Translated from German and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.
At a glance
- Two people were killed in a violent incident at a school campus in Gosen-Neu Zittau, Brandenburg.
- A 19-year-old suspect has been arrested, and authorities believe there is no longer an acute danger.
- Emergency services and counselors are on-site providing support to students and their families.
A violent incident at a school campus in Gosen-Neu Zittau, Brandenburg, has resulted in the deaths of two individuals. Police have arrested a 19-year-old suspect in connection with the violence, and authorities have stated that the immediate threat has passed.
A part of the children are currently still here in the gymnasium, because we would naturally like to hand them over to their parents.
Numerous students were present on the campus at the time of the incident. A police spokesperson confirmed that many children are still in the school's gymnasium, awaiting reunification with their parents. Emergency services and crisis counselors are actively providing support to the affected students and their families.
Authorities have ensured that the children on-site are being cared for, with provisions of drinks and food. The police are also working to identify all individuals involved and are hoping for the remaining parents to arrive soon. The incident has prompted a significant response from law enforcement and emergency personnel.
We have currently ensured that they are looked after there with drinks and also with food.
Details surrounding the exact nature of the violence remain under investigation, but the immediate aftermath has focused on securing the scene, apprehending a suspect, and providing essential care and support to the students present. The community is grappling with the tragic events that unfolded at the school.
We hope, of course, that the last parents will also appear shortly.
Originally published by Die Zeit in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.